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REUNITING FAMILIES

Local couple’s nonprofit moves to new home in downtown Noblesville / P10

Fallen firefighters memorial nears completion / P2

Jazz series set for summer / P4

HATCH Fest returns to Noblesville / P9

Musicologie set to open this fall / P11

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Fallen firefighters memorial nears completion

By Jessica Todd jessica@youarecurrent.com

The Hamilton County Fallen Firefighters Memorial Committee is installing a memorial on the banks of the White River adjacent to the County Judicial Center at 1 N. 8th St. in Noblesville.

IN MEMORIAM

According to Mike Cook, chairman of the committee, in March 2009 the Riverwalk Committee approved the memorial to be one of the centerpieces of its county project. After several years of fundraising and planning, the memorial is in its final stages of construction, and the committee is planning a day for a dedication.

“The committee has worked with artists and community members to design a memorial that will best illustrate what firefighters do as all hazard responders,” Cook said. “The use of bronze statues and various stones native to Indiana will be used to create a memorial in a public common space that truly honors those who gave all to help their community and fellow citizens.”

The committee was formed in 2008 after fire departments and volunteer fire departments in Hamilton County expressed a desire to honor three Hamilton County firefighters who lost their lives in the line of duty. Since the committee’s creation, two additional Hamilton County firefighters have died.

The five firefighters the memorial honors are:

• Byron J. Galbreath, a Noblesville firefighter who died in the line of duty Aug. 14, 1951

• Cyrus “Skip” Clark, a former Carmel assistant fire chief who died in the line of duty Dec. 3, 1960

• Raymond E. Moulder, a former Fishers assistant fire chief who died in the

The bronze sculpture for the memorial was made by artist Nicholas Wilson of Tubac, Ariz., who was commissioned by the Hamilton County Fallen Firefighters Memorial Committee. (Photos courtesy of Mike Cook)

line of duty Oct. 13, 1967

• Mark Glenn “Robo” Robinson, a Carmel firefighter who died in the line of duty June 19, 2017

• Gary Southerland, a former Westfield Fire Department chief who died in the

DISPATCHES

Hamilton County Express — Hamilton County Express, a lifeline for individuals with disabilities, seniors and the economically disadvantaged, will add six new minivans to its fleet this fall. IndyGo, the largest public transportation provider in the state of Indiana, has awarded Hamilton County with a grant worth $453,000. The grant award will facilitate the acquisition of six low floor minivans that will be accessible for individuals with disabilities (including wheelchair users). Delivery of the new vehicles is expected in early fall. Hamilton County Express operates Monday through Friday from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Saturdays from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. A oneway ticket is $3. For more, call 317- 773-2688.

line of duty Jan. 12, 2020

In addition to bronze statues, Cook said a steel beam from the rubble of the World Trade Center, which the committee accepted in 2011 from the New York and New Jersey Port Authority, will be incorporated into the memorial as a reminder of the loss of life in the Sept. 11, 2001 terrorist attacks. The memorial will also use QR code technology so visitors can access donor information, information about fallen firefighters and information about the memorial itself.

“It is a great feeling to finally see it come to life,” Cook said. “We’ve been looking at plans and drawings for so many years and we’re thrilled to see it coming about.”

For more, visit hcfallenfirefightersmemorial.org.

Miller Ambassadors — Noblesville Schools graduated the seventh class of Miller Ambassadors this year, making more than 160 community leaders who have been through the program. According to Executive Director of Marketing and Communications at Noblesville Schools, Marnie Cooke, Miller Ambassadors is an engaging, year-long learning experience for select Noblesville community leaders and school district parents to enjoy a deeper understanding of Noblesville Schools. Program participants are exposed to all facets of running a district, such as business management, academics, student services operations and more. Noblesville Schools will soon open applications for the Class of 2025 at noblesvilleschools.org.

The steel beam artifact from the rubble of the World Trade Center.

COMMUNITY

DISPATCHES

Sheriff’s office releases crash statistics — Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office recently released statistics that highlight common causes and locations of vehicle crashes in Hamilton County. The top three reasons for crashes in 2024 so far are following too closely, failure to yield right-of-way and animals or objects in the roadway. The top three crash locations are 146th Street and Hazel Dell Parkway, 146th and River Road and 146th and Allisonville Road.

DCS recognized — The Indiana Department of Child Services received national recognition in May for its Indiana Family Preservation Services program, which provides in-home support to strengthen families and improve outcomes while reducing the number of children entering the foster care system. The program, which launched in June 2020, has been designated a promising practice by the California Evidence-Based Clearinghouse for Child Welfare. The program was also highlighted as an example of how new approaches to child welfare practice can enhance child and family well-being in an April report by the Christensen Institute. The program is designed to keep children in their home when it is safe to do so, and provides other support and financial assistance to families. Since its inception, Indiana Family Preservation Services has served more than 27,000 children and 14,000 families.

CCHA Law — Church Church Hittle and Antrim recently announced that Lynsey David has joined the firm, working within CCHA Law’s Litigation and Insurance Defense practice sections. David’s legal practice is primarily focused on representing public entities throughout all phases of administrative proceedings and litigation. Her clients include a diverse array of sectors, such as school districts, higher education institutions and municipal departments.

John Lennon exhibit — CV Art & Frame in Zionsville will host a free exhibition of the art of late legendary Beatles singer-songwriter-guitarist John Lennon June 7 through July 6 at its gallery on Zionville’s historic brick Main Street. The newly curated exhibition “Give Peace a Chance: The Art of John Lennon” will be presented at the gallery at 110 S. Main St. with a special opening reception 4 to 8 p.m. June 7. RSVPs are requested at 317-873-2976 or gallery@cvartandframe.com. For more, visit cvartandframe.com/event/give-peace-achance-the-art-of-john-lennon.

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Jazz series set for summer

By Jessica Todd jessica@youarecurrent.com

Noblesville Main Street’s Music & All That Jazz series, presented by Gordon Insurance Partners, will return from 5 to 7 p.m. June 8 to the courthouse lawn in downtown Noblesville.

LIVE MUSIC

Music will be provided by Sara’s Soirée Music Lounge, a bar and restaurant that features live music. It opened in April at 818 Logan St. in Noblesville.

“For us, the collaboration and partnership with one of our local businesses is what it’s all about,” Noblesville Main Street Executive Director Kate Baker said. “It is our first time having a jazz lounge on the square.”

This season’s series began May 11 with The Cohen-Rutkowski Project, and concerts will continue through October on the second Saturday of each month.

Baker said the series has taken place for several years.

“We’ve really leaned into the fact that it is jazz music,” Baker said. “In the past, we’ve played a little bit with other genres, but it’s really a jazz series. So this year,

attendees will be seeing a lot more true jazz. I feel like that’s what makes it different from some of the other music you hear in other venues.”

For more, visit noblesvillemainstreet.org.

MUSIC & ALL THAT JAZZ LINEUP

June 8: An evening with Sara’s Soirée July 13: Jazz Elements

Aug. 10: Noblesville High School Jazz Combo with Peter Luttrull

Sept. 14: Moontown Pickle Stompers

Oct. 12: David Hartman Band

Sex offender charged with identity deception

By Jessica Todd jessica@youarecurrent.com

An Indianapolis man is accused of using other people’s nursing license numbers to work in hospice care in early April.

CRIME

Zachary Hartley, 23, is charged with failure to register as a sex offender, forgery, practicing nursing without a license and identity deception, among other charges. Charging documents state Hartley was found guilty of possessing child pornography and contributng to the delinquency of a minor in February.

Court documents state that the Noblesville Police Department received a call from Compassion Hospice in Noblesville in early April regarding Hartley, who was on his second day of job shadowing. Hartley had applied for a Licensed Practical Nurse position through Indeed in March.

According to court documents, Compassion Hospice received a phone call from staff at Wellbrooke, a senior living

facility in Carmel where Hartley previously worked, who told staff at Compassion Hospice they believed Hartley might be using someone else’s LPN number.

At both facilities, court documents reveal that Hartley provided false surnames on his applications, reportedly using the names Zachary Carter, Zachary Dailey and Zachary Runser.

Documents state he also changed one digit of his Social Security number and was one number off on his date of birth in his Compassion Hospice application.

Noblesville police located and spoke to two men named Zachery, whose license numbers Hartley had used. According to court documents, both said they did not know Hartley or permit him to use their LPN numbers. Hartley has never been issued a medical license.

According to charging documents, the court received notice April 30 that Hartley was in residential treatment. A jury trial is set for Oct. 23.

Noblesville Main Street’s Music & All That Jazz series will take place on the second Saturday of each month through October. (Photo courtesy of Kate Baker)

From left, Scoutmaster Jenny Sherrill and Scouts Ellador, Eddy, Charli, Hannah, Lindley, Robbin, Evelyn and Assistant Scoutmaster Annie Hilbert accept the flags in October 2023. (Photo courtesy of Kris Julius)

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Members of Noblesville’s Scouting America Troop 222 for girls observed Memorial Day May 27 by retiring American flags.

MEMORIAL DAY

According to Kris Julius, assistant Scoutmaster, the flags, which had previously flown at Kahlo Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram in Noblesville, were tattered and needed to be replaced. The Scouts accepted the flags for retirement in October 2023 and chose Memorial Day for the ceremony.

Senior Patrol Leader Ellador led the ceremony, and Troop 222 Scouts Evelyn, Robbin, Charli, Nora and Sebastian from Troop 183 assisted. The Scouts’ family members also participated.

“Duty to God and Country is the first line of the Scout Oath; it’s that important to our movement,” Scoutmaster Jenny Sherrill stated. “Our Scouts did such a great job

with the program. It was powerful to join them in retiring the flags.”

Julius stated the synthetic flags were cut apart to keep with the flag code, keep ing the field of blue intact while the flag was cut into quarters.

“Burning these flags, which is the proper retirement for flags of cotton, is unhealthy for the environment or participants, so small pieces of the fabric were burned, while the rest were disposed of respect fully,” Julius stated. “Grommets from the flags were collected from the ashes and distributed to the participants as a remem brance of those who have lost their lives in service of our country.”

Bethel Lutheran Church at 20650 Cum berland Rd. in Noblesville charters Troop 222. Girls ages 11 to 17 are welcome to join the troop anytime. For more, contact Sherrill at jennyrsherrill@gmail.com or visit NoblesvilleTroop222.org.

BSA Troop 222 retires flags City receives development grant

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Duke Energy recently selected nine economic development organizations in central Indiana for inclusion in its 2024 Partnership Program, which funds marketing and strategic efforts to attract new jobs and investment in communities the company serves.

FUNDING

The City of Noblesville was among the selections and received a $5,000 grant.

“Economic development plays a vital role in the long-term growth and prosperity of the state,” stated Erin Schneider, managing director of business development at Duke Energy. “Through these grant funds, we’re proud to support our local economic development partners as they work in new and creative ways to market their communities to site selectors and businesses across the world.”

Schneider stated Partnership Program

grant funds can support an array of mar keting initiatives, such as trade show attendance, website redesign, promotional materials and presentations or tours to introduce prospective companies and site selectors to a community.

To qualify for program consideration, each applicant submitted a plan that would directly impact their community’s economic growth. Schneider stated that grant amounts varied depending on the size and scope of the project.

Noblesville will use the funds to support the launch of a print and digital marketing campaign aimed at generating interest from targeted industries, brokers and developers in investing in the city’s Innovation Mile, a nearly 600-acre development district bordering Interstate 69.

For more about Innovation Mile, visit noblesville.in.gov/topic/subtopic. php?topicid=633&structureid=25.

The Manor of Carmel MAKING THE SWITCH

Here's why you should consider making the switch from Traditional Assisted Living to Boutique Residential Living

HAND: ‘Housing for all’ vital to economic stability

By Tirzah Rowland tirzah@youarecurrent.com

spent on housing.

In a “quick hits on housing” segment of the conference, Invest Hamilton County President Mike Thibideau shared results from the Talent Insight 2030 Forecasting Report.

He outlined the impact of remote work on the local economy and service sector employment needs.

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The Hamilton County Area Neighborhood Development Suburban Housing Conference held May 16 at 502 Event Center in Carmel highlighted current economic trends, the need for housing affordability solutions and understanding of housing

The theme “why housing for all matters to us all” aimed to bridge the gap between perception and reality surrounding the complicated housing dynamics in the county.

“We’re going to need more service sector economy workers in this community in order to maintain the quality of life that we enjoy today,” Thibideau said. “The jobs that make a place great to live in are often not able to be filled by people that can afford to live in a place.”

Beautiful Accommodations: Our inviting living spaces provide the perfect blend of comfort and your personal preferences. Whether you like to garden, make cookies with your grandchildren, play poker with friends, or watch movies in your suite... we give you the choice to make this home your own!

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Nutritious and Delicious Dining: Enjoy delicious, chef-prepared meals made with fresh, locally sourced ingredients. Our culinary team is committed to providing nutritious and flavorful meals that cater to your dietary needs and preferences.

Supportive Community: Join a welcoming community of like-minded individuals who share your interests and passions. Forge new friendships and create lasting memories in a supportive and inclusive environment.

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“Thriving communities need a variety of housing options to meet the needs of all residents, from new graduates just entering the workforce to older adults who have raised their families,” said Andrea Davis, HAND’s executive

Three primary obstacles to filling “the missing middle” of duplexes, townhouses, small and midsize homes, Davis said, are development regulations, land costs and

“When a new development is proposed, the people who don’t want it, which typically are people who don’t know anything about it, come out of the woodwork to oppose projects and send a message to our elected officials and decision makers that this isn’t what we want or need in our community,” Davis said.

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best when it comes to your assisted living experience. Make the switch to The Manor of Carmel and discover a new level of happiness and fulfillment.

Reserve your spot by June 15th and your moving expenses are on us!

The Manor of Carmel is hosting a Family Fun Day for the Senior community and their families on June 9, 2024 at 12:00p-4:00p. Prepare for a day of sharing, creating memories, and taking part in a variety of enjoyable activities. Bingo with Prizes, Raffles, Food and Fun Come experience the future of Assisted Living!

44 Horseshoe Ln Carmel, IN, 46033

Contact us today to schedule a tour and see why you will be proud to call us home. 463.273.9066 • dcody@themanorofcarmel.com

Davis said the people attending development meetings often don’t represent the community as a whole. She encouraged more people to speak up.

“Hamilton County, in particular, is a community of choice, full of wonderful amenities that make it a great place to live, work and play. Opportunity abounds,” Davis said. “But the cost of living here is pricey. Now many of the people who make those amenities possible can’t afford to

While Davis pointed out that the cost of housing continues to rise faster than incomes, affordability is a relative issue that comes down to percentage of income

Thibideau said the increase in remote workers moving from other areas of the U.S. to Hamilton County for the relative affordability has led to an increase in daytime traffic to businesses.

“Housing and its impact on workforce at all levels, again, not just even affordable inventory at all levels, is going to impact our ability to continue to attract, retain and support talent,” Thibideau said.

Changing trends in housing needs are another factor in the complexity of the housing market.

“Today’s housing stock was largely built for households that were more common in previous decades: single-family housing in only suburban subdivisions. And what we actually found in our community preferences study is that the mixed-use suburban neighborhood is actually the most preferred housing type,” said Andrea Miller, Indianapolis Metropolitan Planning Organization senior trainer.

Brenda Myers, president and CEO of Hamilton County Tourism, presented findings from the Hamilton County Housing Sentiment Study, which were overwhelmingly in favor of diversified housing options.

But she said there is a vast differentiation between the study findings and what public officials hear.

“We need to get people to care about this issue, because if we don’t, we will be a community that eventually will be in decline,” Myers said.

Davis Myers Thibideau

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From left, Leos Izzy Nealy, Diya Nair, Cristina Andrews, Hannah Dugan, Ella Miller, Ella Rinker and Alanna Puckett recently held a fundraiser for the Noblesville Lion Leo Club by selling coffee and baked goods before school. The students raised $650 for their club, which is a youth organization of Lions Clubs International. The club is sponsored by Noblesville High School teacher and Noblesville Lions Club member John Smith. (Photo courtesy of Jake Doll)

You are invited to our free Father's Day Euchre Tournament at Westminster Village North!

WHEN: Friday, June 14th

TIME: 1-3pm

WHERE: Westminster Village North 11050 Presbyterian Dr. Indianapolis, IN 46236

This event will take place in our Foundation Social Hall. Light refreshments will be provided and there's a chance to win some great door prizes! To RSVP, call us today at 317-823-6841!

Flix & Floats debuts at pool

By Jessica Todd jessica@youarecurrent.com

Forest Park Aquatic Center recently opened for the 2024 summer season. The aquatic center at 1077 Cicero Rd. in Noblesville will present Flix & Floats through August.

MOVIES

The new event allows patrons to watch family-friendly movies while swimming or floating on a raft. All movies start at 8:15 p.m. Attendees are encouraged to bring their own float to watch movies in the pool. No outside food or beverages are allowed, but the center has a full concession stand.

For nonmembers, tickets are $13 ($8 daily pool admission plus $5 movie ticket). Movie tickets are free for members. For updates, visit facebook.com/ ForestParkAquaticCenter.

FLIX & FLOATS SCHEDULE:

June 15: “Elemental”

July 13: “Space Jam”

July 20: “Beetlejuice”

Aug. 3: “Soul”

Aug. 17: “TMNT: Mutant Mayhem”

DISPATCH

Everwise Foundation Grant — Janus Developmental Services, Inc., a Noblesville nonprofit, recently received a $6,000 grant from the Everwise Foundation. The grant will help provide support to youth in Hamilton County for life skills such as financial education, financial safety training and workforce development opportunities.

The Forest Park Aquatic Center is now open for the 2024 season. (Photo courtesy of Forest Park Aquatic Center)

HATCH Fest returns to Noblesville

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Noblesville Creates HATCH Fest will return from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. June 15 on the downtown Noblesville Courthouse Square, 801 Conner St.

The event will include a Juneteenth celebration and the St. Michael’s Strawberry Festival.

According to Aili McGill, the executive director of Noblesville Creates, HATCH stands for Hamilton County arts, technology, craft and heritage. The festival will showcase the works of local artisans and makers.

“HATCH Fest was originally designed to provide emerging artists and established artists with a high-quality opportunity to sell their artwork,” McGill stated. “However, the event has grown to include artists of all skills and experience levels, with a strong encouragement for first-time vendors to apply.”

Makers and craftspeople from Noblesville and surrounding areas will showcase one-of-a-kind creations, offering a unique selection of handcrafted items for sale for festival goers. Besides shopping, there will be demonstrations, performances and activities presented by local cultural groups, nonprofits and businesses around the Courthouse Square.

Noblesville Creates also seeks exhibitors to showcase technology, crafts and heritage unique to Noblesville. The event will collaborate with local Maker Spaces to ensure hands-on activities for all ages. Anyone interested in being an exhibitor can contact rshelton@noblesvillecreates.org.

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Vendors line the street at the 2023 HATCH Fest. (Photo courtesy of Lydia Cheesman)

REUNITING FAMILIES

Local couple’s nonprofit moves to new home in downtown Noblesville

By Jessica Todd jessica@youarecurrent.com

A Westfield couple recently celebrated moving their nonprofit to its new home in downtown Noblesville.

The Cooper House, a nonprofit whose mission is to support the reunification of foster children with their birth parents, recently moved into its new location at 444 Lafayette Rd. in Noblesville. The building was formerly known as the Smith House.

The Noblesville Chamber of Commerce and the City of Noblesville held a ribbon-cutting ceremony May 16. The Cooper House previously operated at 239 S. 8th St.

The Cooper House began to take shape in the fall of 2019 when Executive Director Brooke Howe formed a board of directors and hired Charitable Allies, which helps startup nonprofits and guides them along the way. The Cooper House was established as a nonprofit in December 2019 and began operating in its former location in April 2021.

“Our mission is to come alongside families working toward reunification to ensure that they know they can reunify with their kids, and we’re there to help encourage and pray for that and plant seeds of hope in the meantime,” Howe said. “The goal is to point people to do this and hopefully give them an abundant life.”

The Cooper House provides free visitation space for families working toward reunification in a home-like environment.

“Parents are encouraged to do home-like parenting things with their kids here,” Howe said. “We encourage cooking with your children. If parents want to bathe their children, there’s a bath and a shower. They can lay them down for naps. They can play games with them. They can play in the backyard on the swing set or throw a ball back and forth. We encourage a family environment where memories and relationships between parents and children can be strengthened.”

Howe said the dream has been in the making since 2017.

“We became licensed foster parents in July 2017,” Howe said. “On that first day of being licensed, we got called for our first set of siblings who were in the foster care system. They were ages 1 and 2, and we already had three biological children aged 2, 4 and 6. Through that experience of being a foster parent, God revealed to us this vision and idea of the other side of foster care.”

Through their experience as foster parents, Howe realized the importance of foster children knowing their birth families and where they came from. They learned that many birth parents need help and support during the reunification process.

“We got to know Bryson and Harlem, our two foster children, and we also got to know their birth parents,” Howe said. “When they would visit their biological parents, we would drop off the boys and interact with them, and we built this lovely relationship. We just realized these fam-

ilies need extra support. We learned so much, and it became a question of how we can fill the gap in the system.”

The nonprofit is named after Bryson and Harlem’s biological mom.

“I remember sitting down with their birth mom one day and asking, ‘If there was a place where you could go for extra support, encouragement, prayer and love, would you go?’ And she said, “Yes, but I don’t know why people would care,’” Howe said. “A lot of times, I think families and these parents think they’ve messed up, and nobody wants to help them out of that. God used this family, my sons and their birth parents to bring about this vision and ministry.”

Since 2020, The Cooper House has served nearly 375

households and 700 children.

Howe said she chose to operate out of Noblesville because her foster children, Bryson and Harlem, were Hamilton County placements. She has formed a good relationship with the Hamilton County Department of Child Services. The building is also conveniently located next to the courthouse.

“Some of the time our parents are familiar with the courthouse, and we wanted to be close by there for that. We serve Region 11, which in foster care terms is Hamilton, Madison, Tipton and Hancock counties,” Howe said. “We felt like Noblesville was a central place for those surrounding counties so those families could utilize Cooper House. We also serve outside of those counties. We don’t say no if we have the availability.”

Howe’s husband and co-founder of The Cooper House Kyle Howe said he hopes the new location will allow it to become a permanent resource for the community.

“My hope and prayer is that our new Noblesville location will allow us to serve more vulnerable families in Hamilton County and the surrounding areas,” Kyle Howe said. “We do not ever want to turn a family away. Our goal is to share the love, support and encouragement found only in Jesus Christ with our neighbors in their time of need.”

Brooke Howe said her primary goal is to reach more families in need.

“With a bigger space, we’ll be able to accommodate more families at once,” s said. “With the different programming we do and having the home-like environment to lessen the traumatic situation that’s currently going on in their lives, we can accommodate visitations and emergency removals as well as parents who need support coming in and out throughout the day all at once.”

For more, visit thecooperhouseindiana.com.

THE

As a nonprofit, The Cooper House is solely funded by the community, donors and partnerships. Each year for the past four years, it has held a fundraiser in September to engage with the community.

This year, the Bright as the Noonday Soirée fundraiser will be from 6:30 to 10:30 p.m. Sept. 14 at Lucas Estate, 5801 E. 116th St., in Carmel.

“It is a pretty big event with dinner, music, dancing and more,” Howe said. “The fundraiser helps raise funds to foster hope for children and families in and around our community.”

Tickets are $165 and on sale now at bit.ly/3KlZhWn.

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COVER: The Howe family and Noblesville officials, including Mayor Chris Jensen, cut the ribbon for The Cooper House May 16. (Photo courtesy of Brooke Howe)

From left, Stephanie Smith, former owner of the new Cooper House building, and Brooke Howe, when the Howe family purchased the home last year. (Photo courtesy of Brooke Howe)

Ohio-based music education company set to open in Noblesville

By Jessica Todd jessica@youarecurrent.com

Musicologie, a music education company from Ohio, recently announced it will open a new location at 17021 Clover Rd. in Noblesville this fall. It is the center’s first Indiana location.

COMING SOON

Husband and wife Joseph and Kay Barker co-founded the business. They opened their first location in Grandview Heights, Ohio, in 2014. They now have five Ohio locations.

“My husband and I were in a band,” Kay said. “We graduated college, hit the road and started touring. We enjoyed being on the road, but when you’re touring, you must somehow fill in the gaps. So, I started teaching in the interim between tours and I fell in love with it. Performing is awesome, but teaching is like my life’s mission. I looked around and didn’t see any places focused on fun and consistency, but also where parents could trust their kids were getting the best education. So, my husband and I decided to start our own, and we’ve been slowly adding communities ever since.”

Musicologie Noblesville will offer a range of lessons, including piano, guitar, ukulele, voice and more for all ages and abilities. There are also private music lessons for children starting at age 5. Other programs include:

• Musicologie Junior: An in-person program for toddlers ages 6 months to 5 years old and their parents, guardians or caretakers. Participants sing songs, dance to different styles of music, read sing-along books and play various musical instruments.

• Musicologie RockStars: Open to ages 8-18. Students learn a mix of contemporary and classic songs and practice with a group of four to six band members once weekly. Band members learn every aspect of group playing, such as setting up gear, communicating on stage and recovering after a mistake. RockStar students can meet new friends and play real venues.

• Accelerated Labs: Workshop-style classes for beginner students starting at age 7 or 8 who want to accelerate their learning and learn how to play quickly and independently.

Kay said Noblesville’s arts community was a deciding factor in expanding to Indiana.

“We are from Columbus, Ohio, and when looking at places to expand, we loved how similar Noblesville was to Columbus,” Kay said. “We like how similar the vibe feels. It feels like a small community, and once we came and looked around, we just felt at home.”

With the goal of opening in September, Musicologie Noblesville is offering a founder’s membership to the community.

“We are offering 50 founder’s memberships for people who pre-register now at the lowest price that we will ever set, and there is no way to get this price afterward,” Kay said. “Students can lock in a price forever if they’re a student. It is $59 for our juniors and up from there.”

Kay said she wants to continue expanding to more communities.

“There are places where there are intense music lessons, and there are other places where they focus on fun,” Kay said. “Our job as teachers at Musicologie is to get every kid excited about what they’re learning and playing. I feel that we need more places like that. I looked around but didn’t see those places, so I am building it myself.”

For more, visit musicologielessons.com/ noblesville.

Kay Barker outside the new Musicologie Noblesville location that is set to open this fall. (Photo courtesy of Kay Barker.)

Free Live Music Returning Ruoff Music Center

12880 E. 146th Street

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05/28 – Hozier with Allison Russell

05/31 – Noah Kahan with Ryan Beatty

06/01 – Hardy with Kip Moore and Travis Denning

06/08 – Hootie & the Blowfish with Collective Soul and Edwin McCain

06/11 – James Taylor

06/14 – Dierks Bentley with Chase Rice and Graham Barham

06/20 – Kenny Chesney with Megan Moroney

06/22 – Maroon 5 with Maren Morris

06/23 – Santana and Counting Crows

06/27 – Tyler Childers with S.G. Goodman and Adeem the Artist

06/28 & 06/29 – Dave Matthews Band

The Noblesville Parks and Recreation Department has announced the performers for its Thursday Night Summer Concert and Concert at the Commons series. Both series are presented free to the public, who are invited to bring chairs and blankets to enjoy live music in the parks.

The Summer Concert Series is held 7 to 9 p.m. Thursdays in June and July at Dillon Park, 6351 Midland Lane. Presented by Myers Construction Management, Inc., the Concert at the Commons Series is 7 to 10 p.m. on Saturday nights at Federal Hill Commons Pavilion, 175 Logan Street.

“We are excited to continue to provide free live music at Dillon Park and Federal Hill Commons throughout the summer. I believe we have two great lineups that provide our residents and guests with a wide variety of musical genres and tribute bands,” said Noblesville Mayor Chris Jensen. “The Noblesville Summer Concert Series is the longest running series of its kind in Hamilton County and it along with the Concerts at the Commons Series are one of our most popular parks events.”

The weekly Summer Concert Series kicks off June 6 while Federal Hill Commons will host eight free concerts between June 8 and September 28.

In addition to presenting sponsors, the city would like to thank fellow Federal Hill Commons’ sponsors: Godby Home Furnishings, Indiana American Water, McGavic Outdoor Power, The Nesst, Embassy Suites and Logan Street Signs & Banners; and Summer Concert Series sponsors: Hallmark Orthodontics, Urban Air and Logan Street Signs & Banners. Those interested in becoming a sponsor and supporting the series may contact (317) 776-6350 or cking@noblesville.in.gov.

For more information about Noblesville Parks’ events and programs, visit www.noblesvilleparks.org.

Returning to Noblesville Parks

Dillon Park, 6351 Midland Lane

JUNE

EVENTS

DUCK RACE

JUNE 1 | Ducks Drop at Noon

The ducks make their return to the White River on June 1. Join the Noblesville Main Street Farmers Market for festivities and then make your way to the Bridge of Flowers and Noblesville’s Riverwalk to view 2,500 ducks cascading into the river and see who wins.

Saturdays – Farmers Market, 8AM-Noon, Federal Hill Commons

06/01 – 5th Annual Flea Market, 9A-3P, Preservation Hall, 1274 Logan St.

06/01 – Flix & Float: Zootopia, 6-9PM, Forest Park Aquatic Center

06/07 – First Friday: Front Porch Music Festival Takeover, 4-8PM, Downtown

06/07 – First Friday: “Photography” exhibit and Chic Elbert-Velasco/Susan Morgan showcase, 6-9PM, 107 S. 8th St.

06/08 – Music and All that Jazz, (Main Street), 5-7PM, Courthouse Lawn

06/15 – HATCH Fest and St. Michael’s Episcopal Church Strawberry Festival

06/15 – Flix & Float: Elemental, Forest Park Aquatic Center

06/16 – CIVV Father’s Day Car Show, 9A-4P, Forest Park

06/25 – Ferrari Festival, 9:30A-4P, Matteo’s Ristorante Italiano

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The addition brings eight pediatric patient rooms and support services within the emergency department, where services for children are provided by Riley Children’s emergency medicine doctors, nurses and child life specialists. Pediatric care is available for children from infants to the age of 18.

“The expansion of our 24/7 Pediatric Emergency Medicine program into its own eight-bed department is paramount to the care of pediatric patients in Carmel and the surrounding communities,” stated Dr. Dan Slubowski, medical director of IU Health North’s Emergency Department. “This individualized pediatric care space allows our healthcare providers to see the growing number of pediatric patients seeking emergency care.”

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Key to getting started

Commentary by Dick Wolfsie

My Elantra does not require a key. Instead, it has a fob and a push button on the dash. Once, I accidentally left the little doohickey on the kitchen counter, but when I got in the car and pushed the ignition button, the car roared into action.

HUMOR

As my auto technician later explained, my extra fob had to be somewhere in the car. And sure enough, I did find the little rascal hiding in the corner of the seat, lodged in a nest of cookie crumbs, pretzel pieces and pen caps.

Last month, a new issue arose. I was late for an appointment, but my car was in the shop, so I had to borrow my wife Mary Ellen’s Prius. She came home late, so I waited for her in the driveway. We quickly switched places when she arrived while the car was still idling. And off I went. On the way to my destination, the dashboard flashed a little advisory note: There is no key fob in the vehicle.

Apparently, Mary Ellen still had the key fob in her purse. That meant when I turned off the car, I wouldn’t be able to start it again. Of course, I could call Mary Ellen to come get me, but remember, she didn’t have a car. I had it. OK, I could leave the car running while I went to my appointment, but we’d probably be short another car when it was stolen. I turned around and drove back home. I then unfairly blamed Mary Ellen for this predicament, but she had a good explanation: Oops!

There were more key issues. Last week, I lost my duplicate fob again. I looked everywhere. This time, I knew it wasn’t in the car because the Hyundai would not start. But how can you lose a car key? If I had left the key fob somewhere, I wouldn’t have been able to drive home, but here I was. So, that meant it had to be in the house. Are you following?

“Apparently, Mary Ellen still had the key fob in her purse. That meant when I turned off the car, I wouldn’t be able to start it again.”

– DICK WOLFSIE

My artificial intelligence app suggested that I look in my drawers. I wasn’t sure what that meant. Did it mean my pants or next to my underwear?

I called my friend who helped me last time I had car issues …

“Hi, Bob.”

“Hey, Dick, what’s the prob?”

“I need help with a fob.

“I’ll take the job.”

He was busy, so I called him back again later that day. He had all afternoon to think of a funny opening line…

“Fobs are for us.”

“Ha, Ha. Any suggestions?”

“Yes, return to the dealership and buy a new fob, but don’t get robbed.”

“That will cost me a lot of money, Bob.”

“Better call Schwab.”

Dick Wolfsie is an author, columnist and speaker. Contact him at wolfsie@aol.com.

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Rejuvenated Bentley to play new songs, familiar hits

By Alan Sculley editorial@youarecurrent.com

When the COVID-19 pandemic began in early 2020, Dierks Bentley packed up his things and moved his wife and kids from Nashville to Colorado, where he spent much of the year unplugged from music and savoring life in the mountains.

“I was out in Colorado and I was living the life I’d been dreaming about for many years,” Bentley said in a phone interview. “I was back in the mountains biking, skiing, hiking, fishing and camping. I wasn’t interested in music at all.”

That all changed later in 2020 when Thomas Rhett and his family came to town to meet with the Bentleys for a hike and a visit.

“He’d been working on music a lot and he start ed playing me his record,” said Bentley, who will perform at 7 p.m. June 14 at Ruoff Music Center in Noblesville. “I was like, this guy’s been busy.’ I ha ven’t been doing anything and he’s been out there writing songs. Maybe I should start thinking about getting something out there.”

But if there were any concerns that the several months in Colorado enjoying family time and his love of the outdoors had dulled Bentley’s passion for music or his willingness to put in the work it takes to maintain the high stan dard he’s set with his craft — those went out the window once Bentley picked up his guitar and started forming his next musical statement.

By late 2020, the wheels were in motion for a project that would turn into quite the odyssey on its way to becoming “Gravel and Gold,” the album Bentley released in February 2023.

“At the end of ’20, I picked the guitar back up and started doing some writing retreats and having people come out to Colorado (for songwriting),” Bentley said. “Anyway, long story short, I was collecting songs and felt pretty good about it, and I came back to Nashville and went into the studio, and back here it was still masks on and COVID testing in the studio. And trying to make a record wearing masks, it’s not really an en joyable experience. I was waiting for that little last bit that makes albums magic. It’s kind of an intangible thing that you can’t put your finger on. I

just felt like the record was just missing a little magic.”

So, Bentley scrapped the session, wrote more songs and returned to the studio awhile later, after COVID-19 protocols had been eased.

“So, I went back in and cut six songs. That was really fun,” he said. “But I felt like that session, it was really good at capturing a certain sound, but I wasn’t able to capture the whole sound I was thinking of.”

As that realization took hold, Bentley figured out what the album was trying to become and he set about taking a third run at making the album.

“I was like, ‘OK, I’m making my 10th album. What this album needs to be is a collection of my greatest sounds, not greatest hits,’” Bentley said. “I want to write all new songs but make sure I capture all of the different sounds I’ve been associated with,” he said. “I’m really happy with the way it turned

In the end, “Gravel and Gold” indeed fulfills the goal of showcasing the multiple styles of music — including contemporary country, traditional country and bluegrass — Bentley has woven into his music in a recording career that began 20 years ago with the release of his self-titled debut album.

That 2003 album put Bentley on the map with his first No. 1 country single, “What Was I Thinkin’” — and the hits have kept coming ever since.

Eighteen of his songs have topped either Billboard magazine’s Hot Country or Country Airplay singles chart (with four of those singles going No. 1 on both of those charts), while seven of Bentley’s 10 albums have topped Billboard’s country album chart.

Bentley is finding room to play several songs from the new album in his shows this summer alongside plenty of his hits. It’s also a big show visually, with a stage design that includes a video wall with footage that Bentley said has “unbelievable” depth and detail.

“It looks like a physical backdrop,” he said. “It looks like steel, or it looks like a wooden barn or it looks like Colorado in the middle of the mountains. It’s mind boggling, the technology.”

‘THE WIZARD OF OZ’

Beef & Boards Dinner Theatre’s production of “The Wizard of Oz” runs through July 7 at the Indianapolis venue. For more, visit beefandboards.com.

FEINSTEIN’S CABARET

The Freeform Concert Series presents Josh Joplin with Jamie Drake June 5; Norman Lasiter’s Gray Pride June 6-7; and Andie Case June 8 at Feinstein’s cabaret at Hotel Carmichael in Carmel. All performances are at 7:30 p.m. For more, visit feinsteinshc.com.

‘YOU CAN’T TAKE IT WITH YOU’

Main Street Productions presents “You Can’t Take It With You” through June 9 at Basile Westfield Playhouse. For more, visit westfieldplayhouse.org.

’SAGAS

AND SUPERSTITIONS’

Gregory Hancock Dance Theatre presents “Sagas and Superstitions” at 7 p.m. June 7-8 at The Tarkington at the Center for the Performing Arts in Carmel. For more, visit gregoryhancockdancetheatre.org.

DISPATCH

ICC accounces season theme — The Indianapolis Children’s Choir has announced its 2024-25 concert season titled “Sounds of Progress” as the organization celebrates its 39th season. The voices of singers from more than 25 different ICC choirs will be featured in this eight-concert series. Singers will range in age from kindergarten to high school, in addition to ICC alumni singers going as far back as the 1986 founding year. The concerts are “Lights. Camera Song” at 7 p.m. Sept. 28 at STAR Bank Performing Arts Center in Zionsville; “A Vintage Holiday” with various concert times from Dec. 13-15 at Second Presbyterian Church in Indianapolis; “Now is the Time” at 4 p.m. March 9, 2025, at Hilbert Circle Theatre in Indianapolis; “Christel DeHaan In Harmony: A Beautiful Tomorrow” at 3 p.m. May 3, 2025 at Pike Performing Arts Center in Indianapolis; and “Dawning” at 4 p.m. May 18, 2025 at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church. For tickets, visit icchoir.org/tickets.

Dierks Bentley will perform June 14 at Ruoff Music Center (Photo courtesy of Jim Wright)

In a pickle about vegetables

FOOD

Commentary by Mark LaFay

Pickling involves immersing vegetables in a vinegar-based brine, which not only preserves them but also imparts a delightful tangy flavor. The key to successful pickling is ensuring that the vegetables are fresh, clean and properly prepared.

Here’s a recipe to get you started on pickling your favorite spring vegetables:

Ingredients:

• 2 cups of spring vegetables (such as sliced radishes, asparagus tips, carrot sticks or green beans)

• 1 cup white vinegar

• 1 cup water

• 1 tablespoon kosher salt

• 1 tablespoon sugar

• 2 cloves garlic, peeled and smashed

• 1 teaspoon black peppercorns

• 1 teaspoon mustard seeds

• 1 teaspoon dill seeds or a few fresh dill sprigs

Instructions:

1. Prepare the vegetables: Wash and trim the vegetables, cutting them into uniform sizes to ensure even pickling.

2. Make the brine: In a medium saucepan, combine the vinegar, water, salt and sugar. Bring the mixture to a boil, stirring until the salt and sugar are fully dissolved. Remove from heat.

3. Pack the jars: Place the garlic, peppercorns, mustard seeds and dill into a clean, sterilized jar. Pack the vegetables tightly into the jar, leaving a little space at the top.

4. Add the brine: Pour the hot brine over the vegetables, ensuring they are fully submerged. Tap the jar gently to remove any air bubbles and add more brine if needed.

5. Seal and store: Seal the jar with a lid and let it cool to room temperature. Once cooled, refrigerate the pickles. They will be ready to enjoy in about 24 hours but will develop more flavor if left to pickle for a few days.

Mark LaFay is a butcher, certified sommelier and founder of Old Major Market, 4201 Millersville Rd., Suite 119, Indianapolis

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Artists team up for show

By Mark Ambrogi mark@youarecurrent.com

Tresa Steenberg is convinced this will be a special collaboration.

DISPLAY

Steenberg, a Noblesville resident, and Diane Staver of Kokomo, will display their artwork at Art on Main, 111 W. Main St., Suite 140, in Carmel throughout June. The opening reception is set for 5 to 8 p.m. June 8 as part of Meet Me on Main.

“I am also looking forward to this show as I love Diane’s work and am enjoying working on this show together,” said Steenberg, whose work also is on display at High Frequency Arts in Fishers.

Steenberg has displayed her art at Art on Main since June 2022.

“I usually show four to six pieces per month,” Steenberg said. “For this show, I will have 15 to 20 pieces on display of mixed media and collage work.”

Steenberg specializes in abstract art by using mixed media. She uses traditional mediums such as acrylics, pens, pencils and unexpected materials like book pages, kids’ homework and found paper.

Noblesville artist Tresa Steenberg’s abstract painting called “Daydream.”

(Photo courtesy of Tresa Steenberg)

Staver is a retired college professor who taught at the Art Institute of Indianapolis for more than 12 years and now paints full time.

“I enjoy her work and feel our artistic styles complement one another,” Staver said. “I am also pleased to show a larger body of my work in Carmel, which will be a first for me.”

Staver does everything digitally for her art.

“I use Photoshop and original digital photos to create my concept art,” she said. “I combine photos, then manipulate, merge, add to and eliminate areas and filter until the final image emerges.”

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